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Cheap Apartments in Santa Cruz, CA

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26
3D Tour
$2,719
Chestnut Street
Deal
143 Chestnut St Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Luxury
Townhome
Balcony/Deck/Patio
74
$2,000 - 2,220
Hidden Creek Apartments
200 Button St Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Covered Parking
Pool
Market Street
12
$2,510
San Lorenzo Court Apartments
120 San Lorenzo Blvd Santa Cruz, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Covered Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Dishwasher
12
$2,595
1901 Portola Dr
Santa Cruz, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Storage
Dishwasher
10
$2,000
115 Trinity
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Beach Flats
10
$2,720
The Sands Apartments
304 Cliff Street Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Balcony/Deck/Patio
1
$2,750
704 718 Broadway / 428 Ocean Vw
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Storage
Disability Access
Dishwasher
East Park
1
$2,750
Recently Upgraded, Bi-level Condo Downtown Coming Soon!
156 Everson Dr Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Apr. 14, 2026
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Balcony/Deck/Patio
Dishwasher
Pool
Neary Lagoon
1
$2,750
133 Walti St
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Storage
Dishwasher
Neary Lagoon
1
$2,500
119 Mtn. View
119 Mountain View Ave Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Balcony/Deck/Patio
Beach Flats
1
$2,500
Sweet Seabright 1 Bedroom
205 Seaview St Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Mar. 10, 2026
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House
Beach Flats
21
$2,065 - 2,715
Five55 Pacific
Deal
555 Pacific Avenue Santa Cruz, CA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Luxury
Section 8
Air Conditioning
1
$2,500
Newly Remolded Cozy Studio Right Near West Cliff
316 Fair Ave Unit A Santa Cruz, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Westside
1
$2,600
321 2nd St
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Beach Flats
1
$1,834
Near The Boardwalk, Beach And Downtown! Utilities Included!
311 Ocean St Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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There are 15 cheap apartments in Santa Cruz currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

How many studio cheap apartments are available in Santa Cruz?

Rentable.co has 1 studio cheap apartment available for rent in Santa Cruz.

How many one-bedroom cheap apartments are available in Santa Cruz?

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How many two-bedroom cheap apartments are available in Santa Cruz?

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Which neighborhoods have the most cheap apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA?

  1. Lower Ocean

Cheap Apartments in Santa Cruz, CA: March Rental Information

Welcome to the March 2026 Santa Cruz Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the March 2026 key findings and figures for the Santa Cruz rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the inventory trends for cheap apartments in Santa Cruz, focusing on rentals under a specified rent threshold. This summary provides an overview of the overall market rent-distribution, availability by bedroom count, and month-over-month comparisons. Additionally, it offers insights into available features and amenities, as well as different location options for affordable apartments in Santa Cruz. Whether you're a student, young professional, or simply looking for a budget-friendly option, this report will help you navigate the local rental market and find the best deal within your budget.
0 2 5 7 10 <$2,000 $2,040 $2,120 $2,200 $2,280 $2,360 $2,440 $2,520 $2,600 $2,680 $2,760 $2,840 $2,920 $3,000 $3,080 $3,160 $3,240 $3,320 >$3,400

Available Cheap Apartments: Santa Cruz vs. Surrounding Areas

In the vibrant coastal city of Santa Cruz, CA, prospective renters can find a variety of affordable apartments to choose from. As of March 2026, there are a total of 3 cheap apartments available in the Santa Cruz metro area. This includes apartments in Santa Cruz itself, as well as neighboring cities such as Capitola, Scotts Valley, Watsonville, Boulder Creek, Aptos, Ben Lomond, Felton Lompico, and La Selva Beach. With this range of options, renters can easily find a budget-friendly home in this beautiful region of California.

Cheap Apartments Now vs. Last Month: Santa Cruz and Surrounding Areas

City Cheap Apartments in March M/M % Change
Santa Cruz, CA 1 +1.0%

Looking for Cheap Apartments in Santa Cruz?

Available cheap apartments 7
Top amenities Dishwasher, In Unit Laundry, Garbage Disposal, Gated Entry, Clubhouse
Deals 5
Pet friendly 5
Studio 1
1 Bedroom 2
2 Bedroom 3
Square footage 466 - 1,106
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